Vegas' Scale the Strat event takes participants 108 floors up

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) -- Hundreds of athletes of all abilities will climb all 108 floors and 1,455 steps inside the iconic Stratosphere Tower on Sunday, March 2.

This is the highest building west of the Mississippi River and will be used to raise money for the American Lung Association in Nevada’s mission of preventing lung diseases and promoting lung health.

Early Bird Registration is $60 for climbers who register December 16, 2013 through February 16, 2014; and Regular and Walk-In Registration is $75 for climbers who register February 17 to March 2 the day of the climb.

In addition to the registration fee, all climbers are asked to make a minimum fundraising pledge of $150.

Online support and personal fundraising coaching is available on www.ScaletheStrat.com to help climbers achieve their fundraising goal.

Registration and additional information about Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower can be found at www.ScaletheStrat.com.